04/13/2026
Not all substance use looks the same⦠and for many mothers, it starts with a glass of wine.
šæ THE REAL CONVERSATION WE NEED TO HAVE
Alcohol is one of the most normalized and overlooked substances affecting pregnant and postpartum mothers.
From āwine to relaxā to āmommy needs a drink,ā the culture makes it easy to ignore when use becomes dependence.
But hereās the truth:
ā ļø Alcohol use during pregnancy can lead to serious developmental concerns, including Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders (FASDs)
ā ļø Postpartum alcohol misuse can impact mental health, bonding, and recovery
ā ļø Many mothers suffer in silence because it does not always look like addiction
š¤°š½ TO THE MOTHERS READING THIS
You can be
⨠Loving
⨠Present
⨠Trying your best
and still be struggling with alcohol.
š That does not make you a bad mother. That makes you human and deserving of support.
š HOW I SUPPORT YOU AT MOON CYCLE MAMA DOULA AND WELLNESS
As a Holistic Doula, Certified Lactation Specialist, and Community Health Worker, I provide a safe, judgment free space for mothers navigating alcohol use and recovery
šæ Emotional and trauma informed support
š„ Nutritional guidance to restore and replenish the body
šø Reiki and spiritual grounding to reduce stress and triggers
𤱠Prenatal and postpartum care that centers YOU
š«¶ Real conversations without shame, just support
Whether you are
Trying to cut back
Navigating sobriety
Or questioning your relationship with alcohol
š I walk with you every step of the way
If you or someone you love may be struggling
Be honest with your healthcare provider
Seek support early, you are not alone
Build a support system that feels safe
Replace coping habits with healing practices
Letās normalize healing over hiding
Letās support mothers before crisis happens
Letās remove shame from the conversation and replace it with compassion, care, and community
š© Ready for support
Connect with me, Kerri Honeywood
š Moon Cycle Mama Doula and Wellness
Because healthy moms equal healthy babies š¤